Vegan Hearty Winter Greens Soup

Warm up chilly evenings with this Vegan Hearty Winter Greens Soup, a nourishing bowl packed with fresh seasonal greens, wholesome farro, and protein-rich white beans. This nutrient-dense recipe combines earthy kale and Swiss chard with a medley of vibrant vegetables like leeks, carrots, and celery, all simmered in a robust vegetable broth with hints of thyme and bay leaf. The addition of farro lends a satisfying chewiness, making this soup a complete meal that's as filling as it is flavorful. Ready in just over an hour, it's perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prepping for the week ahead. Enjoy this hearty, plant-based soup on its own or pair it with crusty bread for the ultimate winter comfort food. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone craving a healthy yet indulgent seasonal dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 medium celery stalks
• 1 large Leek
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cups kale
• 2 cups swiss chard
• 1 15-ounce can white beans
• 1 cup farro
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing your vegetables. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and slice the carrots and celery into thin rounds. Clean the leek thoroughly, slicing the white and light green parts into thin rounds.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and leeks. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Add in the vegetable broth and the can of diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir well.

Step 4

Rinse and chop the kale and swiss chard, removing any tough stems. Add them into the pot along with the drained and rinsed white beans.

Step 5

Stir in the farro, bay leaves, and thyme. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 30-35 minutes, or until the farro is tender.

Step 7

Once the soup is done, taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaves before serving. Enjoy the soup hot with crusty bread or your favorite vegan side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3061.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2710.7

Total Fat 90.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.7g
Cholesterol 10.3mg	0%
Sodium 7698.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 388.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 82.7g	0%
Total Sugars 54.0g
Protein 99.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1171.4mg	0%
Iron 35.0mg	0%
Potassium 7159.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.4%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 56.2%